Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

Touching documentary programme that introduces people from around the world who have come to work and live in Japan. See what they do, how they spend their days and discover more about the challenges they face as they try to adjust to life in Japan.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Reporting the latest business, finance and economic news, with added analysis from studio guests.

Our new TV program helps you learn about Japan and the Japanese language through simple and easy Japanese news. You will learn not only Japanese expressions but also the latest situation of Japan.

#30 We sang songs and danced together. / Say you did several things at the same time by using the "tari" form of a verb. "Utattari odottari" means "to sing and dance.

This program explores the Japanese culture of Bosai. Since natural disasters are happening often, the country developed a culture of prevention from these catastrophes based on past experiences with disasters like tsunamis, floods, fires, earthquakes and nuclear damages. The program offers advice on how to deal with such terrible events.

Cooking show in which two professional chefs, Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce viewers to incredible Japanese cuisine. Both of them have unique approaches to cooking, and they will show us some traditional techniques and imaginative recipes so we can prepare a variety of mouth-watering dishes on our own.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

The origins of the Japanese Sumo wrestler dates back over 1500 years becoming steeped in religious Shinto tradition. Watch these 23-stone behemoth Sumo battle for dominance over their opponent in wrestling bouts immersed in ritual and spirituality. The Grand Sumo Highlights brings you the best clips from the most exciting matches in the ring between the greatest Sumo wrestlers of modern times competing to take the highest ranked position in the sport, the Maegashire number one spot. Watch the highlights from one of the heaviest, entertaining, and dramatic sports on the planet. Sports TV highlights.

The origins of the Japanese Sumo wrestler dates back over 1500 years, steeped in religious Shinto tradition. Uncover the lives of these extraordinary athletes in this Japanese TV documentary show. Discover the techniques, disciplines, traditions, and training these 23-stone behemoth Sumo use in the battle for dominance over their opponent in wrestling bouts immersed in ritual. Sumopedia delivers viewers the facts about the greatest Sumo wrestlers of the past to the present getting behind the scenes action of how these deeply traditional and larger-than-life characters exist in the modern world.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK World is the international service of NHK, the sole public broadcaster of Japan. Newsline in Depth provides the most essential stories with a focus mainly on Japan, the rest of Asia, and then finally the rest of the world to a global audience. This news programme is all about depth and no detail is too small. The flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather on the hour, 24 hours a day. It is rated as one of the top English–language news programs in the Asia Pacific region.

Documentary series that follows foreign visitors as they travel the length of Japan, explore the local culture, and meet some new and colourful people along the way. On their adventures, they will offer viewers a variety of valuable travel hints that can rarely be found in guidebooks.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to overcome? Get inspired and motivated by leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are making a difference.

Cooking show in which two professional chefs, Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce viewers to incredible Japanese cuisine. Both of them have unique approaches to cooking, and they will show us some traditional techniques and imaginative recipes so we can prepare a variety of mouth-watering dishes on our own.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

Japan is home to diverse forests that make 70 percent of its land area. The wood from these forests has been an important part of Japanese culture for centuries in various ways, from woodwork to charcoal and lumber production. We explore different regions all over Japan, including Hida, Kishu and Kiso, to find out more about their connections with these beautiful forests that are shaping the lives of the locals in many ways and are an integral part of the country's rich cultural heritage.

NHK's observational documentary series that explores what happens over a period of 72 hours at certain locations around Japan- tourist attractions, bus terminals, cafés, shops, and more. Using only footage of people who come and go during the given time frame, it captures ordinary people's lives and emotions, which always turn out to be unexpectedly colourful.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Programme that looks at the cutting-edge Japanese medical technologies, and offers some valuable tips for a healthy lifestyle. From eating food that is good for you, excercising, and the latest treatments, discover how you can prevent and cure various diseases and health problems.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Higashinada Danjiri involves a parade of decorated floats, pulled by teams of veterans and ridden by young performers that lean out over the crowd. 32 districts take part with their own float.

At the Niihama Taiko Matsuri, teams of around 150 people carry taikodai: three-tonne parade floats housing a huge taiko drum. They compete to give the most powerful synchronized performance.

The origins of the Japanese Sumo wrestler dates back over 1500 years becoming steeped in religious Shinto tradition. Watch these 23-stone behemoth Sumo battle for dominance over their opponent in wrestling bouts immersed in ritual and spirituality. The Grand Sumo Highlights brings you the best clips from the most exciting matches in the ring between the greatest Sumo wrestlers of modern times competing to take the highest ranked position in the sport, the Maegashire number one spot. Watch the highlights from one of the heaviest, entertaining, and dramatic sports on the planet. Sports TV highlights.

The origins of the Japanese Sumo wrestler dates back over 1500 years, steeped in religious Shinto tradition. Uncover the lives of these extraordinary athletes in this Japanese TV documentary show. Discover the techniques, disciplines, traditions, and training these 23-stone behemoth Sumo use in the battle for dominance over their opponent in wrestling bouts immersed in ritual. Sumopedia delivers viewers the facts about the greatest Sumo wrestlers of the past to the present getting behind the scenes action of how these deeply traditional and larger-than-life characters exist in the modern world.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Japan is home to diverse forests that make 70 percent of its land area. The wood from these forests has been an important part of Japanese culture for centuries in various ways, from woodwork to charcoal and lumber production. We explore different regions all over Japan, including Hida, Kishu and Kiso, to find out more about their connections with these beautiful forests that are shaping the lives of the locals in many ways and are an integral part of the country's rich cultural heritage.

Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to overcome? Get inspired and motivated by leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are making a difference.

Documentary series that follows foreign visitors as they travel the length of Japan, explore the local culture, and meet some new and colourful people along the way. On their adventures, they will offer viewers a variety of valuable travel hints that can rarely be found in guidebooks.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

Japan is home to diverse forests that make 70 percent of its land area. The wood from these forests has been an important part of Japanese culture for centuries in various ways, from woodwork to charcoal and lumber production. We explore different regions all over Japan, including Hida, Kishu and Kiso, to find out more about their connections with these beautiful forests that are shaping the lives of the locals in many ways and are an integral part of the country's rich cultural heritage.

Cooking show in which two professional chefs, Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce viewers to incredible Japanese cuisine. Both of them have unique approaches to cooking, and they will show us some traditional techniques and imaginative recipes so we can prepare a variety of mouth-watering dishes on our own.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

NHK's observational documentary series that explores what happens over a period of 72 hours at certain locations around Japan- tourist attractions, bus terminals, cafés, shops, and more. Using only footage of people who come and go during the given time frame, it captures ordinary people's lives and emotions, which always turn out to be unexpectedly colourful.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

In Saidaiji Eyo, thousands of near-naked men endure icy water and the winter cold as they are purified at a temple. Some of the normal rites are being reintroduced as the pandemic recedes.

Kagura is a traditional performance of music and dance. Buzen Kagura features 24 well-known pieces including an acrobatic feat and a tale from Japanese myth. Children present the same pieces.

The origins of the Japanese Sumo wrestler dates back over 1500 years becoming steeped in religious Shinto tradition. Watch these 23-stone behemoth Sumo battle for dominance over their opponent in wrestling bouts immersed in ritual and spirituality. The Grand Sumo Highlights brings you the best clips from the most exciting matches in the ring between the greatest Sumo wrestlers of modern times competing to take the highest ranked position in the sport, the Maegashire number one spot. Watch the highlights from one of the heaviest, entertaining, and dramatic sports on the planet. Sports TV highlights.

The origins of the Japanese Sumo wrestler dates back over 1500 years, steeped in religious Shinto tradition. Uncover the lives of these extraordinary athletes in this Japanese TV documentary show. Discover the techniques, disciplines, traditions, and training these 23-stone behemoth Sumo use in the battle for dominance over their opponent in wrestling bouts immersed in ritual. Sumopedia delivers viewers the facts about the greatest Sumo wrestlers of the past to the present getting behind the scenes action of how these deeply traditional and larger-than-life characters exist in the modern world.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Japan is home to diverse forests that make 70 percent of its land area. The wood from these forests has been an important part of Japanese culture for centuries in various ways, from woodwork to charcoal and lumber production. We explore different regions all over Japan, including Hida, Kishu and Kiso, to find out more about their connections with these beautiful forests that are shaping the lives of the locals in many ways and are an integral part of the country's rich cultural heritage.

Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to overcome? Get inspired and motivated by leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are making a difference.

Programme that looks at the cutting-edge Japanese medical technologies, and offers some valuable tips for a healthy lifestyle. From eating food that is good for you, excercising, and the latest treatments, discover how you can prevent and cure various diseases and health problems.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK World is the international service of NHK, the sole public broadcaster of Japan. Newsline in Depth provides the most essential stories with a focus mainly on Japan, the rest of Asia, and then finally the rest of the world to a global audience. This news programme is all about depth and no detail is too small. The flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather on the hour, 24 hours a day. It is rated as one of the top English–language news programs in the Asia Pacific region.

Documentary series that follows foreign visitors as they travel the length of Japan, explore the local culture, and meet some new and colourful people along the way. On their adventures, they will offer viewers a variety of valuable travel hints that can rarely be found in guidebooks.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK World is the international service of NHK, the sole public broadcaster of Japan. Newsline in Depth provides the most essential stories with a focus mainly on Japan, the rest of Asia, and then finally the rest of the world to a global audience. This news programme is all about depth and no detail is too small. The flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather on the hour, 24 hours a day. It is rated as one of the top English–language news programs in the Asia Pacific region.

Kinkasan Island is home to many Japanese macaque monkeys who feed on beech nuts and viburnum berries. In winter they go down to the shore to harvest seaweed, a behavior rarely seen in other monkeys.

Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to overcome? Get inspired and motivated by leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are making a difference.

The ultra-modern mega-city of Tokyo was once called Edo many centuries ago. The traditional, everyday life of the million or so inhabitants of Edo lives on in the time-honoured woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e which were extremely popular during this period of Japanese history. The vibrant and alluring Edo era was renowned for its deep fascination with artistic accomplishments and creativity of which the Ukiyo-e woodprints are a prime example. Each episode of this show focuses on the story of an individual print which also reveals the way of life in Old Tokyo at this time. As well as admiring the beauty and significance of the work of artists such as Hokusai and Hiroshige, the viewer is also presented with the stories behind the images and the artists.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Deep in the mountains of Nara Prefecture lies Otowasan Kannonji Temple. We learn about daily life at the temple by following the nuns as they prepare for seasonal events based on the solar calendar.

JAPAN SPORTSCOPE showcases the hidden gems of Japan's sports scene – all locations accessible to the day traveler and casual athlete. Go on a tour of the facilities with the guidance of a top athlete from the sport, and discover your next hobby!

Cooking show in which two professional chefs, Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce viewers to incredible Japanese cuisine. Both of them have unique approaches to cooking, and they will show us some traditional techniques and imaginative recipes so we can prepare a variety of mouth-watering dishes on our own.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

Japan is home to diverse forests that make 70 percent of its land area. The wood from these forests has been an important part of Japanese culture for centuries in various ways, from woodwork to charcoal and lumber production. We explore different regions all over Japan, including Hida, Kishu and Kiso, to find out more about their connections with these beautiful forests that are shaping the lives of the locals in many ways and are an integral part of the country's rich cultural heritage.

NHK's observational documentary series that explores what happens over a period of 72 hours at certain locations around Japan- tourist attractions, bus terminals, cafés, shops, and more. Using only footage of people who come and go during the given time frame, it captures ordinary people's lives and emotions, which always turn out to be unexpectedly colourful.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN presents a variety of short programs focusing on Japan and Asia.

Team Leader Nao TERASAKI has found a way to visualize the unseen forces of stress. We'll look at how this revolutionary stress luminescent material is helping to protect aging infrastructure.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

At Hirosaki Neputa Matsuri, enormous floats called neputa are paraded through the streets. They're decorated with vibrant images, and some feature wire-frame 3D figures.

At Hibuse Matsuri, the Fire Prevention Festival, men douse buildings in water as a prayer for protection from fire. At this event held in January, bonfires and sake help to keep people warm.

Documentary series that follows foreign visitors as they travel the length of Japan, explore the local culture, and meet some new and colourful people along the way. On their adventures, they will offer viewers a variety of valuable travel hints that can rarely be found in guidebooks.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Japan is home to diverse forests that make 70 percent of its land area. The wood from these forests has been an important part of Japanese culture for centuries in various ways, from woodwork to charcoal and lumber production. We explore different regions all over Japan, including Hida, Kishu and Kiso, to find out more about their connections with these beautiful forests that are shaping the lives of the locals in many ways and are an integral part of the country's rich cultural heritage.

Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to overcome? Get inspired and motivated by leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are making a difference.

The origins of the Japanese Sumo wrestler dates back over 1500 years becoming steeped in religious Shinto tradition. Watch these 23-stone behemoth Sumo battle for dominance over their opponent in wrestling bouts immersed in ritual and spirituality. The Grand Sumo Highlights brings you the best clips from the most exciting matches in the ring between the greatest Sumo wrestlers of modern times competing to take the highest ranked position in the sport, the Maegashire number one spot. Watch the highlights from one of the heaviest, entertaining, and dramatic sports on the planet. Sports TV highlights.

The origins of the Japanese Sumo wrestler dates back over 1500 years, steeped in religious Shinto tradition. Uncover the lives of these extraordinary athletes in this Japanese TV documentary show. Discover the techniques, disciplines, traditions, and training these 23-stone behemoth Sumo use in the battle for dominance over their opponent in wrestling bouts immersed in ritual. Sumopedia delivers viewers the facts about the greatest Sumo wrestlers of the past to the present getting behind the scenes action of how these deeply traditional and larger-than-life characters exist in the modern world.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Deep in the mountains of Nara Prefecture lies Otowasan Kannonji Temple. We learn about daily life at the temple by following the nuns as they prepare for seasonal events based on the solar calendar.

JAPAN SPORTSCOPE showcases the hidden gems of Japan's sports scene – all locations accessible to the day traveler and casual athlete. Go on a tour of the facilities with the guidance of a top athlete from the sport, and discover your next hobby!

Cooking show in which two professional chefs, Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, introduce viewers to incredible Japanese cuisine. Both of them have unique approaches to cooking, and they will show us some traditional techniques and imaginative recipes so we can prepare a variety of mouth-watering dishes on our own.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

Documentary series that follows foreign visitors as they travel the length of Japan, explore the local culture, and meet some new and colourful people along the way. On their adventures, they will offer viewers a variety of valuable travel hints that can rarely be found in guidebooks.

Direct Talk focuses on insightful interviews with outstanding people from different spheres of life. What drives the personalities who have changed our world? How did they develop their visions, what was their motivation, who was behind them, what difficulties did they have to overcome? Get inspired and motivated by leaders, visionaries, artists and entrepreneurs who are making a difference.

The ultra-modern mega-city of Tokyo was once called Edo many centuries ago. The traditional, everyday life of the million or so inhabitants of Edo lives on in the time-honoured woodblock prints called Ukiyo-e which were extremely popular during this period of Japanese history. The vibrant and alluring Edo era was renowned for its deep fascination with artistic accomplishments and creativity of which the Ukiyo-e woodprints are a prime example. Each episode of this show focuses on the story of an individual print which also reveals the way of life in Old Tokyo at this time. As well as admiring the beauty and significance of the work of artists such as Hokusai and Hiroshige, the viewer is also presented with the stories behind the images and the artists.

Informational magazine hosted by Shaula Vogue, covering the news on economics, business and finance in Japan, from a global perspective. The programme reports about latest trends, strategies and technologies from the Japanese business world.

NHK's observational documentary series that explores what happens over a period of 72 hours at certain locations around Japan- tourist attractions, bus terminals, cafés, shops, and more. Using only footage of people who come and go during the given time frame, it captures ordinary people's lives and emotions, which always turn out to be unexpectedly colourful.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels dubbed into English.

Team Leader Nao TERASAKI has found a way to visualize the unseen forces of stress. We'll look at how this revolutionary stress luminescent material is helping to protect aging infrastructure.

The world of politics, current affairs, business and finance as they unfold and affect Japan, Asia and the world globally. Insightful analysis and news coverage of the stories of most relevance to Japan and the surrounding region reported from a Japanese perspective and relevance. Archive materials and live reporting provide a full picture of Japan and its place and significance in the world.

NHK World is the international service of NHK, the sole public broadcaster of Japan. Newsline in Depth provides the most essential stories with a focus mainly on Japan, the rest of Asia, and then finally the rest of the world to a global audience. This news programme is all about depth and no detail is too small. The flagship news programme delivers the latest world news, business and weather on the hour, 24 hours a day. It is rated as one of the top English–language news programs in the Asia Pacific region.